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Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 star property

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Front of property
Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Lobby
Outdoor wedding area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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2819 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105
  • Place, Upper State Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Earl Warren Showgrounds
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Santa Barbara
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(55 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 995 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

  • 452 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 525 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in North State within a 5-minute walk of Upper State Street, Lemon Tree Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. This 3.5-star hotel has 96 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Earl Warren Showgrounds - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara Natural History Museum - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Barbara Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 12 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peet's Coffee Cart In Cottage Hospital - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Plaza Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Farmer Boy - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Lemon Tree Inn

Guests staying at Lemon Tree Inn enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Crocodile Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Lemon Tree Inn Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn
Lemon Tree Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Hotel Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn Hotel
Lemon Tree Inn Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Lemon Tree Inn?

Lemon Tree Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Lemon Tree Inn?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lemon Tree Inn on Jun 22, 2026 start from $177, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Lemon Tree Inn?

This hotel is situated in North State, just steps from Upper State Street. You'll also find Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Harbor within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Lemon Tree Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Lemon Tree Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Lemon Tree Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lemon Tree Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Lemon Tree Inn good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a garden-view restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Lemon Tree Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Lemon Tree Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Lemon Tree Inn serves breakfast for a surcharge at The Crocodile Restaurant.

Does Lemon Tree Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lemon Tree Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Lemon Tree Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Lemon Tree Inn?

The closest major airport to Lemon Tree Inn is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 8.9 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 27.5 mi away (46-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lemon Tree Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony/patio where guests can enjoy pool and courtyard views.

Lemon Tree Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 677 out of 1307 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1307 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1307 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1307 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1307 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bar and restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and staff. I recommend the breakfast there. Very nice dining and lounge
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff are all friendly and helpful, and the hotel itself are an easy distance to dining, the Granada Theater, and the Santa Barbara Botanical Garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice ,dafe ,clean, and peaceful location near shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff , and the was food excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and restaurant. Close to everything and ample parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was quiet, parking was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is always amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff comfortable room great licatiin and parking
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. The restaurant and staff was nice as well. Great peaceful location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious rooms and easy parking. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

The hotel was perfect all the way
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quite, clean room. Good restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

leesang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and helpful! Lovely courtyad, will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of parking. Enjoy walking out directly to the pool. Updated rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

linxiong

Liked: Staff & service
generally good! recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

YU XIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is nice and polite room is big and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor patio and searing area was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great. And Clean. The staff were awesome all the way around.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location for us, and the room was large with plenty of seating. Staff was lovely and the place, while a bit old (the tub area is a bit in need of work), it is clean and comfy. We stay here often and will continue to! Love Room 232!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and excellent restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is a lovely clean hotel with fantastic staff on the front desk. I was expecting a “motel” but it turned out to be a modern well designed hotel at a great price. Pool was warm in February too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026